There we go again, calling something that is neither cake nor bread “bánh”. In this case, the word “bánh” refers to the thick sheets of dough from which these noodles are cut. We have seen bánh canh compared to Japanese udon- they are thick and […]
Author: Mai
Bánh gối • “Pillow” meat hand pies
Bánh gối, bánh xếp, bánh quai vạc- these hand pies are known by many names in Vietnam, depending on the region you’re in. But a rose by any other name would smell as sweet, and a bánh gối by any name would taste just as […]
Bún bò xào • Vietnamese sautéed beef noodle bowl
A fresh and filling bowl of bún rice vermicelli noodles loaded with fresh veggies, herbs, and sautéed beef marinated in a combination of Vietnamese seasonings, particularly lemongrass.
Mực xào dứa • Sautéed Squid & Pineapple
An amazing combination of textures and flavors: tender and slightly chewy squid with crunchy celery; sweet and acidic pineapple pieces with umami squid.
Bánh Patê sô • Vietnamese meat pastry
Flavorful mini meat pies encased in flaky golden puff pastry. A Vietnamese creation with French roots.
Phở áp chảo • Crispy Fried Phở
Crispy fried rice noodles topped with a flavorful mixture of sautéed tender beef and vegetables. This dish satisfies those fried food cravings but is balanced and filled with veggies.
Chả cá Lã Vọng • Turmeric Fish with Dill
Also known as Chả cá Thăng Long, this is a true Hà Nội dish that is almost unmatched in its flavor profile. Its place stands firm in the hearts of many Hanoians. It was also a source of confusion for me when I was younger. […]
Bánh bột chiên • Vietnamese fried rice cake with egg
Pieces of rice cake fried until crispy, then cooked into a flat “cake” with eggs, and doused in a sweet & tangy soy sauce.
Nem rán / Chả giò • Vietnamese Fried Rolls
Crispy and delicious, these Northern-style fried rolls are filled with pork, kohlrabi, carrots, wood ear & shiitake mushrooms, bean sprouts, and mung bean noodles.